Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 251275)

State of Alaska•Fairbanks, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) State Equipment Fleet is hiring a Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead to maintain heavy-duty and light-duty equipment and vehicles used for secondary roads, rural airports, and other agency needs. The position requires resolving unusual or complex equipment problems using a variety of techniques and performing routine and specialized repairs and maintenance. Work includes diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying transmissions, drivetrains, suspension, engine and emissions, fuel injection, hydraulic systems, and brake systems, including air and electrical systems, on light- and heavy-duty equipment. The position is based at the Fairbanks shop at 2301 Peger Road. Travel to remote locations in small planes may be required, including day trips and overnight stays. The employee must provide their own hand tools and receives a bi-weekly tool allowance as determined by the LTC contract. The position requires a Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License within 120 days of hire, registration with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse, and compliance with the DOT&PF drug and alcohol policy, including passing a pre-employment drug test before beginning CDL duties. Paid CDL training may be available for qualified applicants. DOT&PF’s mission is to keep Alaska moving through service and infrastructure. The State Equipment Fleet provides state agencies with safe, economical vehicles, and the department emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, integrity, excellence, respect, safety, and professional development.

Requirements

A combination of education and/or progressively responsible experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to independently resolve unusual issues and develop or modify techniques; troubleshoot electronic/mechanical systems; perform computerized diagnostic mechanic duties; and/or direct and review others’ work on complex light-duty and automotive equipment projects.
Knowledge of current safety practices, repair techniques and terminology, technical manuals and regulations, and lubrication requirements.
Skill in maintaining a clean and safe work and tool area and using standard shop tools and procedures.
Ability to retrieve, read, and apply OSHA guidelines and information from technical manuals, computers, and microfiche.
Ability to select and use proper tools; maintain and repair shop tools and equipment; use lubrication equipment; and recognize wear points.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English and perform work accurately, safely, thoroughly, and efficiently.
Ability to use a digital volt-ohm meter.
Willingness to attend and pass factory-authorized schools on specific vehicles, equipment, or aircraft and apply the acquired training.
Must obtain a Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License within 120 days of hire and agree to this as a condition of employment.
Must register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse and consent to employer review of driver information as required by federal regulations.
Must pass the required pre-employment drug test before starting work in a CDL position and comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy.
Must provide own hand tools.
If education is used to support minimum qualifications, education details and transcripts must be supplied as specified in the posting.
Applicants must provide three professional references, including name, title, and phone number, at interview; a copy of a Class A CDL, front and back, is required if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Paid training to obtain a CDL may be available for qualified applicants.
Competencies include mechanical knowledge, flexibility, vehicle maintenance knowledge, and self-management.

Responsibilities

Maintain heavy-duty and light-duty equipment and vehicles used for construction and maintenance of secondary roads, rural airports, and other agency operations.
Resolve unusual or complex equipment problems using a variety of techniques and methods.
Perform routine and specialized repairs and maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment.
Diagnose, maintain, repair, and modify transmission, drivetrain, suspension, engine and emissions, fuel injection, hydraulic, and brake systems, including air and electrical systems.
Attend and pass factory-authorized training on specific vehicles, equipment, or aircraft and apply the training to specific problems.
Provide and maintain personal hand tools required for the position.